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The document is an 'Application and Order to Vacate Stay of Execution and to Issue Writ of Execution' from the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles. It outlines the process for vacating a stay on a judgment, detailing the amounts owed by the defendant, reasons for default, and includes sections for declarations and proof of service. The document concludes with an order from a judicial officer to proceed with execution.

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Begin by entering the name, address, and telephone number of your attorney or yourself if you are representing yourself. This information is crucial for identification purposes.
Fill in the case number and the names of the plaintiff and defendant as indicated on the form. Ensure accuracy to avoid any delays.
In section 1, specify the judgment amounts: principal, interest, attorney fees, costs, and any other relevant details. Be precise with dollar amounts.
Indicate the conditions under which the stay of execution was ordered in section 2. This includes payment installments or vacating premises dates.
Complete the declaration section by confirming payments made by defendants and any defaults. Sign and date where required.
Lastly, fill out the proof of service by mail section if applicable, ensuring all signatures are included before submitting your form.

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What is an example of a stay of execution?

One example of a stay of execution in the death penalty context was the James Autry case. Autry was already strapped down to the execution table in Texas on 4 October 1983 when the order came to stop the execution. He was executed a few months later, on 14 March 1984.

What does it mean for an execution to be stayed?

Stay of execution is directed by a court to stop some form of enforcement action. A stay of execution can apply in many circumstances like stopping the sale of property in bankruptcy or the execution of a death penalty.

How do I ask for a stay of execution?

You must give the landlord or their attorney notice of your intent to request a stay of execution. Typically, its required that you give at least 24-hours notice of your intent to request a stay of execution. But, it is okay if you give less than 24-hours notice.

Why would someone be on the stay of execution?

In cases that the death penalty has been imposed, a stay of execution is often sought to defer the execution of the convicted person. That may occur if new evidence is discovered to exonerate the convicted person or in attempts to have the sentence commuted to life imprisonment.

What does it mean when a case is stayed?

A stay of proceedings is a ruling by the court in civil and criminal procedure that halts further legal process in a trial or other legal proceeding. The court can subsequently lift the stay and resume proceedings based on events taking place after the stay is ordered.